Ukulhas Sands
Getting to Ukulhas Sands
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 74 km · Seaplane transfer
Seaplane transfer
74 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Ukulhas Sands
Ukulhas Sands is reached by seaplane from Velana International Airport in Malé, a distance of approximately 74 km. The guest house provides an airport shuttle service. Seaplanes operate during daylight hours only, so early-afternoon arrivals are generally more practical than late-day flights.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Seaplane transfer. Transfer onward by scenic seaplane over the atolls — roughly 74 km. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only, so a late arrival may mean an overnight in Malé.
- Arrive at Ukulhas Sands. Settle in and start your stay.
Location
On the map
Roashaneegoalhi, Ukulhas
Things to do nearby
- Sharks and stingray feeding place attraction 0.18 km
- Sunrise view point viewpoint 0.19 km
- Turtle reef snorkeling place attraction 0.25 km
Where to eat
- Shaun's food corner cafe 0.03 km
- Black y Garden restaurant 0.09 km
- Beach Blends cafe 0.13 km
- Tropical Treats cafe 0.13 km
- Ocula bar cafe 0.15 km
- Coco Hut cafe 0.17 km